After 30+ years in the field of education I'm now on my own, doing what I LOVE to do - talking about how technology can enhance teaching and learning. I've been around since Commodore 64's and DOS 1.0 and I've seen it all. Now that the world's information is in our pockets I think that the purpose of schools has changed. In this "flat world" it is imperative that we step up to create a world class education for our students. Say it with me. "I DEMAND A WORLD CLASS EDUCATION FOR MY KIDS!"

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Thursday, December 01, 2005

[TIPS] - Nettrekker tip

Have you signed onto Nettrekker, yet? Ask your tech director for details and for your IU's keyword that you'll need to create your account. It's available NOW courtesy of the PA Dept of Education.

How can you learn more about the system? On the page where you create(d) your account (http://middle.nettrekker.com/userinfo/pa.epl) there is a PA symbol in the top right corner area. Under that symbol is a link. That link takes you to a page full of links to GREAT training resources. For example, you can find a one hour workshop "script" that takes you thorugh many of the key areas of Nettrekker. The three hour script goes into more of the areas. (It won't take three hours, and it really is good. Use this one if you can.) There are scavenger hunts and even links to Atomic Learning videos that show how to use the system.